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"Football Tackle, " Unique Mid Century Bronze Sculptural Panel by Torrey
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Sculpted and cast as the prototype for a bronze awards plaque celebrating accomplishment in American football, this piece shows two players in the middle of a dramatic tackle. The artist, Fred Torrey, is best known for his "Lincoln Walks at Midnight" sculpture which premiered at the 1939-1940 New York World's Fair (now displayed near the West Virginia state capitol), Torrey also sculpted another Lincoln sculpture this is displayed on the grounds of the Iowa state capitol. This is one of three bronzes by Torrey depicting athletes in motion that we are offering.
- Creator:Fred Torrey (Sculptor)
- Dimensions:Height: 7.25 in (18.42 cm)Width: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)Depth: 0.5 in (1.27 cm)
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:Bronze,Cast
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1950s
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- Seller Location:Philadelphia, PA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU86517955823
Fred Torrey
Fred Torrey, best known for his Lincoln Walks at Midnight sculpture, which premiered at the 1939–40 New York World's Fair (now displayed near the West Virginia state capitol). Torrey also sculpted another Lincoln sculpture, which is on display on the grounds of the Iowa state capitol.
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